Dual MPH/MSW Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

Florida International University offers an Master of Social Work/Master of Public Health (MSW/MPH) dual degree, an interdisciplinary program designed to integrate knowledge and skills from both social work and public health. The standard program is structured for completion in three years. An accelerated two-year pathway is available for students with Advanced Standing Status, which requires a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from an accredited social work program.

The program aims to prepare graduates for leadership roles in diverse settings, enabling them to address complex health issues. Accreditation information specifically for the MPH component of the dual degree (e.g., CEPH) is not explicitly mentioned in the provided context.

Delivery Modes

The MPH component of the dual degree offers flexibility with an Online Generalist MPH concentration that is fully online. The overall MSW/MPH program is designed for full-time study. An accelerated pathway is available for students qualifying for Advanced Standing status. The delivery format for the Health Promotion and Disease Prevention MPH concentration is not specified as fully online, suggesting it may be on-campus or hybrid as part of the dual degree.

Curriculum Overview

Students in the MSW/MPH combined degree pathway engage in extensive field practicums. The standard track includes three semesters of field practicum (SOW 5532, SOW 6533, and SOW 6534), while the Advanced Standing track involves two semesters (SOW 6533 and SOW 6534). The public health practicum requirement is integrated into the social work advanced clinical placement (SOW 6533), ensuring students meet competencies for their chosen MPH concentration (Generalist or Health Promotion & Disease Prevention). Specific total credit hours for the MPH component alone are not detailed.

Admissions Requirements

Prospective students must apply to and be accepted into both the Master of Social Work (MSW) program and the Master of Public Health (MPH) program separately to qualify for the combined MSW/MPH degree. At the time of admission, applicants must notify both programs of their interest in pursuing the combined degree. For the Advanced Standing status within the MSW/MPH program, applicants must hold a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from an accredited social work program and meet other specified admissions criteria.

Career & Practical Experience

Graduates of the MSW/MPH program are prepared for a variety of roles in diverse settings. These include local and state health departments, federal health agencies, managed care organizations, hospitals, community-based organizations, and advocacy agencies. Potential career paths involve providing direct clinical services, serving as program coordinators, administrators, consultants, planners, and advocates. The program's emphasis on field practicum ensures students gain practical experience and meet the competencies required for their MPH concentration.